This easy Paleo banana cream pie is one you won’t even have to turn your oven on for! It’s so simple to put together, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion. It’s also a vegan banana cream pie recipe, so everyone can enjoy knowing this is a healthy dessert no matter how they eat!
So many Paleo sweets recipes in a week! What is going on with me?! I know this is really unlike me, but I can’t help it that my boyfriend requested a Paleo banana cream pie and Paleo fudge for his birthday last week. I also can’t help it that when I posted a photo of the banana cream pie to my Instagram, everyone kind of flipped their lid! I aim to please, so I got this tasty sucker up as fast as I could!
I can’t believe another birthday of his has come and gone again. It’s so funny to think back to how we used to celebrate back when he was much closer to his 20th than the impending 30th. Everyone always says time flies by so fast, but as I get older the faster I truly realize it goes.
Anyway, it makes me chuckle that birthdays no longer look like chugging cheap beer in a crappy bar. Now it’s Paleo treats because joint pain really does flair up with crappy food and debating if it’s really worth it to even go out for a drink when we have bedtimes. I’m lucky to have gone through the evolution of birthday celebrations with him, though, and if the birthday boy wants a Paleo banana cream pie, he gets one.
As mentioned already, this is also a vegan banana cream pie recipe, which makes it a good option to bring to gatherings as a dessert that anyone can enjoy, vegan, Paleo, or otherwise. If someone didn’t know any better, it’s doubtful they’d even know it was dairy-free. Because we’re not using a traditional pie crust, or any crazy ingredients, the list of things you need is pretty basic. Double win.
You will need to plan ahead a tiny bit, however, and refrigerate the coconut cream for a few hours prior to using, or overnight. It’s worth noting here that my boyfriend, and myself actually, aren’t really huge fans of coconut flavored foods, treats, snacks, coffee creamers, you name it. The flavor I added, and using a mixer to whip it really well makes it so the coconut flavor isn’t so pronounced. Coconut cream also has a more mild flavor than coconut milk, so give it a shot if you don’t think you’re a fan either!
Looking for another no bake dessert recipe?! Check out my Paleo Layered Berry Cheesecake!
PrintPaleo Banana Cream Pie: Easy, No Bake & Vegan Dessert
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
- Category: Dessert
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 and 1/2 cup almonds (can sub for pecans)
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 6 Medjool dates, pitted
- 2 tablespoons soft or melted coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the Pie Filling:
- 2 cans full-fat coconut cream (14 ounce cans), refrigerated a few hours up to overnight prior to use
- 2–3 bananas, sliced
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
For Topping:
- 1–2 sliced bananas (see note)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or chopped almonds
Instructions
- Add all crust ingredients to a food processor or high powdered blender
- Blend until almonds and dates are finely chopped and mixture is thick and sticky, about 3 minutes
- Add 1 tablespoon of water to help combine the mixture if nuts aren’t blending well
- Line an 8 inch glass pie pan or 8 inch springform pan with wax paper or coat with thin layer of coconut oil
- Evenly press the crust mixture into the bottom of the pan
- Layer the sliced bananas* (see note) for the filling over the crust, it’s okay if they overlap, or do not go to the edge of the crust
- Add both cans of coconut cream into a mixing bowl, leaving any liquid in the can if there is any (only scoop out the thick white coconut cream)
- Add maple syrup, vanilla extract and cinnamon to the bowl and use a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the filling ingredients together until coconut cream is airy and thick
- Pour filling over the crust and layer of bananas. Spread using a knife or spatula into an even layer
- Place into the fridge for 2-3 hours until the pie sets, or into the freezer for 1 hour
- Add toppings only once ready to eat to avoid banana slices from browning
- If frozen, let thaw at room temperature prior to eating. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer
Notes
The amount of bananas you use will depend on how large or small the bananas you have are. Use an additional banana for the filling layer, and for the topping if yours are on the smaller side, or if you like a thicker banana layer.
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Madsy says
Are the almonds for the crust supposed to be raw or roasted? Thanks!
paleobailey says
They’re raw! You can do roasted – I just would be cautious that you use ones that aren’t heavily salted!
Rita Fernandes says
Looks great! Thank you.
However doesn’t it goes dark? Because it’s raw banana?
paleobailey says
It shouldn’t – the freezer stops the oxidation process
Connie Ptak says
Omg this is THE best banana cream pie I’ve EVER had. This is a keeper! Thanks SO much!!
paleobailey says
I’m SO glad to hear it!! Thank you!
Christina says
Amazing. Do we know the nutrition information?
Kelly Leask says
Omg so delicious & so easy to make ? Thank you
Kim Sparano says
Made this yesterday for my vegan diet daughter, this is truly amazing!! So easy to make, just curious how many calories are in a slice of the pie. (8 slices in the pie)
Kate says
Sooo good! Thank you for sharing this recipe! I made it tonight and it’s a dessert I can feel good about and I don’t feel like I’ve had too much sugar afterwards. Just the right amount of sweet for my craving!
Kristi says
This was so delicious and so easy to make! Thanks for an amazing recipe!
Jackie M says
My husband loves this recipe. I’m not sure he even realizes it was dairy free for me. Thank you!
Rachel says
Ok I made this but had to revise a tad as I didn’t have any dates. Instead used 1/4 cup of brown sugar and a tablespoon of honey. The recipe turned out great and my husband almost ate the whole thing in one sitting (minus my portion of course, and a second one I stashed away lol)
Thanks for posting!!
Melissa says
This came out so good. I didn’t use the maple syrup and it still came out nice and sweet. Definitely making this again. Thank you for your delicious recipe.
paleobailey says
I’m so glad to hear that! Thank you!
Craig says
So good!! Loved it! Bailey is awesome!
paleobailey says
Thank you, Craig!! You made my night 🙂
Kylie says
This pie was amazing! I’ve never been so excited to make something it looked so good and tasted just as good. I love Bailey’s recipes! I usually don’t leave reviews but she deserves it! I love that there’s only whole ingredients my husband and I finished it off guilt free:)
paleobailey says
Thank you so, so much!! You are the best – and this means so much to me!! <3 - B
Jessica says
preliminary taste testing says, this is really good! Thank you for sharing this recipe. I’m going to put some coco whip on it tomorrow before serving.
Lauren says
Made this for our early thanksgiving dinner and it was gone instantly! Everyone loved it
paleobailey says
Thank you! I’m happy you all enjoyed 🙂 Happy Thanksgiving!
Ana says
How long will it last it refrigerator if I have not put the banana topping on top yet?
paleobailey says
Hi there! It would likely last 2-3 days. Being the cream is “whipped” it could settle a bit and become more dense if left longer.
Amanda Spradlin says
Loved the idea of the recipe, but it didn’t turn out as I expected. I used pecans for my crust and I think next time almonds would be the better choice. I’m also thinking about folding the bananas into the coconut cream for a more distributed banana flavor. My husband I ended up “mixing” our slices and eating it like a pudding or trifle rather than a slice of pie.
paleobailey says
Mixing the bananas in would be a great idea!! Thanks for your feedback <3 - B
Mary says
This is my new favorite “treat”! My husband is already asking for it again!
paleobailey says
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you so much! Enjoy 🙂
Sarah Taylor Mayhak says
This is such a satisfying recipe. I miss cream pies from my dairy days something fierce, and this just really hits the spot! Tonight, we had another slice and I drizzled it with Wild Friends Chocolate Peanut Butter and let me tell you what… OFF THE CHAIN.
paleobailey says
I’m so happy you loved it! And ohhhh my goodness that sounds amazing.. and like a good excuse for me to make this again! 😉
abygail says
Yum! Anything Banana and creamy and I’m there!! Pinned 🙂
paleobailey says
Me too!! Thanks Abygail! <3